A recent accident in San Francisco between a motorcyclist and a self-driving car is highlighting the risks of autonomous vehicles in California. In another incident near L.A., a self-piloting sedan rear-ended a fire truck. Accidents like these have raised legal...
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Product liability claims: The common defenses
Companies fight product liability claims to avoid costly legal consequences. They either argue that the plaintiff in the case has no right to seek damages or that the company is not at fault. Although every product liability claim is different, here are some of the...
The law & autonomous driving in California
As self-driving cars become more common on California roads, so does the increase in car accident numbers involving autonomous vehicles. Unfortunately, when one of these vehicles gets into an accident, and someone gets injured, there's the legal quagmire of who's...
What you should know when choosing autonomous vehicles for your business
Autonomous vehicles, once seen as an impossibility, are becoming increasingly prevalent. However, because, since use of autonomous vehicles is still far from widespread, laws governing their use, driver liability and how insurance companies will view driverless cars...
Corporate guidelines when responding to a patent dispute
Intellectual property law is a minefield for a business. When you invest in research and development, hire employees, or license other businesses to use your ideas, you want to ensure that everything you do is legally protected. If you own patents or trademarks, make...
Intellectual property and copyright laws: what corporations need to know
In today's global market, large corporations of all kinds have the potential to make or lose millions of dollars due to the intellectual property rights of their products. Intellectual property issues can come up in a variety of industries and enterprises, so it's...
How to evaluate a severance package when considering early retirement
Accepting a severance package is a significant decision that some people are faced with towards the end of their careers. It's important to carefully evaluate the conditions and benefits offered by your company so you can maintain a financially secure future. ...
Remedies for breach of contract
A breach of contract occurs when a party in a contractual agreement fails to fulfill its obligations. This could be due to negligent performance, failure to act or perform and other specific acts or conducts. Any breach of contract that causes an assessable detriment...
What to know about utility patents in California
Patents are vital for successful business in Irvine, California, and elsewhere. Utility patents cover the development of new or better products, machines, or processes. They restrict the use of the invention without permission. Here's what to know about utility...
Understanding intellectual property disputes
Whether for budding startups or for globally-recognized corporations, intellectual property is of vital importance. If your business startups or organization gets embroiled in a dispute over intellectual property or intellectual property theft, handling the matter...